20 Unique Hotels in Japan

This is a B&B-style guesthouse located on Hachijojima, a Tokyo island 50 minutes by plane from Haneda. All rooms come with a bath and toilet, ensuring a comfortable stay. Free Wi-Fi is available both in the rooms and in the lobby. It's a 3-minute walk to Sokodo Beach, the main beach of Hachijojima, and Sokodo Port, where Tokai Kisen ferries arrive and depart, is right in front. Hachijo Airport is a 7-minute drive away.Pickup service is available upon request.(Advance notice required) There are restaurants, shops, and supermarkets within walking distance, but as this is a rural area and distances may feel slightly far, we offer transportation.(Please inquire at the front desk for details) All rooms have an ocean view, offering a sweeping vista of the Hachijojima blue sea and the lush green Mihara Mountain. If you bring your own bottle, you can refill it with delicious Cleansui water at the front desk.Room-temperature water, cold water, water with ice, or hot water... Feel free to ask the staff anytime. We hope that the beautiful blue sea will remain by everyone's side forever... At Sea Dive, we are committed to reducing single-use plastic bottles and plastic products.

The pension was renovated through DIY and opened as a painting gallery guesthouse in 2017. The first floor consists of guest rooms, designed with the concept of a Mediterranean-style cave, with the corridor serving as a gallery. The second floor features the innovative wooden framework and high ceilings originally designed by architect Mr. Nozaki, and is used as a gallery room and restaurant. While the original facilities are old, the guesthouse is operated with the intention of upcycling.

Koshikano Onsen is one of the Kirishima Onsen villages, boasting some of Japan's finest hot springs with naturally gushing sources.It is popular as a 'beauty-enhancing bath,' and you can enjoy various types of baths, including open-air baths and indoor baths.In addition to inns where all rooms feature natural hot spring flow, you can also enjoy glamping accommodations with open-air baths in every room.*Please note there is no large communal bath.

The chicly colored interior featuring overseas brand furniture invites you to enjoy a refined evening with a touch of sophistication.While enjoying a BBQ, you can gaze at the beautiful starry sky and spend an exceptional time.

Reusable containers, geothermal resource power generation, amenities aimed at eliminating plastic—an Ecology initiative friendly to nature (Earth) with a focus on SDGs. The spacious container house is equipped with a natural hot spring-fed semi-open-air bath and sauna.Meals include BBQ on the open terrace and a unique jigoku-mushi (hell-steaming) breakfast experience.

A cozy atmosphere at a trustworthy, long-established pension.Enjoy winter skiing and outdoor sports during the green season.

Deluxe Villas and some Pet Villas are equipped with private saunas, while Standard Villas feature open-air baths, providing an environment that helps you relax both physically and mentally. The private saunas, in particular, include relaxation spaces where you can lie down and are fully equipped with the highly popular infinity chairs among sauna enthusiasts.Sauna ponchos made from organic cotton and BLANC original sauna hats are available for rent at an additional charge.Both the ponchos and hats are also available for purchase at the front desk. To create a superior sleeping environment, the mattresses and duvets are from the bedding brand 'NELL'.Specialized in supporting comfortable sleep, these bedding items are designed for ease of turning over and feature high breathability to promote pleasant sleep. Recovery wear 'TENTIAL' has been adopted for room wear.Made with special fibers, it promotes blood circulation throughout the body, reducing fatigue and stiffness.It helps recover from the day's fatigue while you sleep.

Luana Hasunuma, located on Kujukuri Beach and Hasunuma Minamihama Coast, is a quiet and comfortable place adjacent to Hasunuma Seaside.It is a dog-friendly hotel.You can stay together with your dog. The main dog run is directly connected to the on-site Sasiro Café. Enjoy the variety of runs, including the indoor dog run on the hotel's first floor and the small dog run. A breakfast featuring plenty of vegetables from Sanmu is served at the Sasiro Café.

"A relaxing and heartwarming moment." This is the only condominium in Ito with a semi-open-air bath, located in a villa area surrounded by nature. 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, you can relax and rejuvenate with a soothing bath anytime you like. The semi-open-air baths in every room are popular for their spacious bathrooms and bathtubs, available for use immediately after check-in. Fully equipped with a system kitchen.With a wide selection of cooking utensils and tableware, you can bring your own ingredients and cook in your room! As it is a rental villa style, only front desk reception services are available.

An auberge for adults located at the foot of Mount Tateshina.The authentic French cuisine, meticulously crafted by the owner, makes extensive use of carefully selected ingredients from Shinshu.It offers a rich and fulfilling experience in both quality and quantity.Spend your holiday while gazing at the beautiful seasonal landscapes of Lake Megami.

I am confident in my cooking.The main dish for dinner is sushi, a quintessential example of Japanese cuisine.You can enjoy the seasonal nature of Madarao Kogen.

A spacious log cabin with the warmth of wood ★ Relaxing 7 guest rooms!Wi-Fi and shared kitchen available!Check-in is at the adjacent main Pension Meteor (dogs can accompany guests to the log hotel only during summer).

~Healing, Calm, Cuisine, and Bath~ Enjoy a serene atmosphere~ ・Asian open-air bath, Rock Bath, Green Bath, Steam Bath The three baths within the facility can be reserved for private use. ・Lobby・Dining A comfortable space abundantly using Kiso Tono cypress. Decorated with antique Chinese transoms, Thai Ganesha wall ornaments, and Balinese stone statues. ・Garden We value a natural atmosphere. While not extravagant, it features subtly charming flowers and numerous herbs.

A small inn with delicious meals and cats that soothe your heart. A cottage-style pension located in a scenic area south of the famous Kawazu-zakura spot, 'Hosen Bridge.' The 'Kawazu River' flowing below is a clear stream where you can enjoy ayu fishing and water play.It also brings coolness during the summer. The only inn where you can see the 'Kawazu-zakura Avenue' from your room. Meals feature handmade dishes that highlight the seasonal flavors of each season.Every dish is exquisite. Among them, the 'Salt-Baked Golden Eye Snapper' is exceptional.Three main dishes include Ise lobster sashimi (or poêlé), a boat platter of local fish, and more. The bath is a private open-air hot spring bath exclusive to each room, using 100% natural hot spring water sourced from Mine Onsen's great geyser.Of course, it offers 24-hour bath access with free-flowing hot spring water. The guest rooms are cottage-style, two-story maisonettes.The first floor has a living room, bathroom, toilet, and a mini kitchen.The second floor features a twin bedroom and a 6-tatami mat Japanese-style room. You can also enjoy the view of the 'Kawazu Cherry Blossom Trees'. The spacious rooms are clean and well-maintained.

This facility, a designer's hostel created by architect Takeshi Araki with free-spirited ideas inspired by Romanesque church buildings, features a tower space erected vertically on the earth at its central point.Centered around this impressive atrium hall that serves as a sanctuary for the hearts of visiting travelers, the first floor consists of public spaces and dining areas, while the second floor has a gallery encircling the atrium, with guest rooms arranged within the gallery. Natural hot spring, 100% free-flowing, available for bathing 24 hours a day!The spring quality is 'alkaline low-tonicity high-temperature spring,' effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, fatigue recovery, sensitivity to cold, chronic skin conditions, and more.

La Casita Kouri is located in the northern part of Okinawa Prefecture, on Kouri Island, which is connected to the main island of Okinawa by the Kouri Bridge. It is situated between Tinu Beach, home to Heart Rock, and Tokei Beach, known for its potholes, and accommodates only one group of guests per day. The rooms are designed in a natural and relaxed resort hotel style with abundant use of natural materials and feature a panoramic view room with an open-air bath (jacuzzi) offering over 180-degree views of the East China Sea.You can enjoy views of Izena Island, Iheya Island, and the northern part of Okinawa Main Island floating on the East China Sea, as well as the limestone formations of Kouri Island, landscapes preserving the ancient nature of Ryukyu such as pandanus and sago palms, and if the weather is good, a sky full of stars. Staff are on-site and will provide support when needed. Please feel free to reach out to us. ■ Free Wi-Fi ■ Free washer-dryer (Laundry detergent, laundry nets, and hangers are provided) ■ Safe ■ USB outlet We have made arrangements accordingly.

Enter from R265 and you'll find the Sunlight Parking Lot, cool even in summer, surrounded by trees.Please proceed along the brick pathway to the entrance, where you’ll find a small building that feels somehow comforting.A small building, a small bedroom, and a private family bath with a Jacuzzi jet tub (a little boastful perhaps?).All the water in the facility comes from natural springs. Even though it's not a hot spring, boiling this delicious water leaves your skin smooth. In the dining area, people from various countries exchange travel information.

A petite hotel surrounded by nature, nestled at the foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains.A hotel with only four spacious rooms, making it feel like your own private villa. The dining area is surrounded by solid logs, and the spacious guest rooms are equipped with tiled bathrooms, washlet toilets, and sinks in every room. Every room is equipped with a private wooden deck.

To ensure you can enjoy your unique time at Lake Yamanaka in a completely private space, each glamping unit is fully equipped with all necessary facilities. We have deliberately avoided creating shared spaces and designed a layout that minimizes contact with staff, allowing you to spend precious moments in a carefully crafted private space while experiencing the grandeur of Lake Yamanaka at the foot of Mount Fuji.

The guest rooms have a relaxing atmosphere, all with different interior designs. All rooms can be stayed in with pets. They have two baths in the woods for private bathing beside a river flowing out of the lake.